New Mexico
Tales of Tomorrow comics shop closing reluctantly
Farmington store to shutter because of manga shortage
Business
Business
Oh Hi expands distribution of CBD seltzers to 10 states
Cannabidiol beverages now available from Alaska to Florida
What's Up Downtown
San Juan Brewfest starts today
The San Juan Brewfest is back, and it starts today. The Brewfest is owned by United Way of Southwest Colorado and has become one of its best annual fundraisers. The…
Local News
Durango-based MUNIRevs purchased by Austin based GovOS
Local business to retain employees and offer new services
Local News
Aurum Labs in Durango receives state certification for hemp testing
Company also seeks nod from Drug Enforcement Agency
Local News
Re-evaluation of work-life priorities drive labor shortage in Southwest Colorado
Employees share complex reasons behind job transitions
From the Chamber
Finding good employees during the staffing crisis
“It can be like finding a needle in a haystack.” That’s what one business owner said to me recently while trying to fill a vacant position. Hopefully the expiration of…
Business
Lawsuit could delay replacement for aging postal fleet
U.S. Postal Service Employee Brad Yonan surveys his 1993 Gramen postal vehicle July 10, 2012, after it caught fire as he tried to restart it while delivering mail north of…
Local News
Freddy’s, a fast-casual chain eatery, opens in Durango
Hot dogs and sandwiches range from $6 to $14
Business
Without ‘right to repair,’ businesses lose time and money
Sarah Rachor works in her hop yard on April 4 near Sidney, Mont. Rachor has a tractor from 1998, mainly because it was before new technology was installed in farm…
New Mexico
San Juan Regional Spine Center welcomes new neurosurgeon
Payne San Juan Regional Medical Center welcomed Dr. Christopher Payne to the San Juan Regional Spine Center’s team of neurosurgeons. Payne graduated with his undergraduate degree in biology from the…
What's Up Downtown
Downtown Ambassadors and a San Juan Brewfest update
Durango Business Improvement District started its Downtown Ambassador Program in summer 2016. Over the past six years, the program has become an integral part of BID’s work for downtown businesses…
Business
Cannabis industry in New Mexico faces big challenge of water
Cid Isbell, right, and Medina Isbell talk about their plans to truck in water for the small cannabis farm they are building on 30 acres July 14 outside of Cerrillos,…
Local News
What’s behind a workforce shortage in Southwest Colorado?
Local businesses struggle to find willing applicants
Business
11-year-old on rocky road to success
Kendrick Keene finances Roth IRA, brokerage account selling polished rocks, geologic knowledge to tourists
Business
Housing prices across La Plata County surge upward
Real estate market only got hotter in the second quarter of 2021
Business
Helping small firms get their fair share of the pie
Bond to Business program connects local contractors with $114 million in school construction projects planned for the next four years
From the Chamber
Now is the time to take advantage of the job market
As I walked around downtown recently, I noticed numerous help wanted signs. Businesses are continuing to emerge from the pandemic and need employees. If you are looking to make a…
Business
Colorado voters approved paid leave last year, but a new lawsuit from a Grand Junction company says it’s unconstitutional
Colorado’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Program, which voters approved in 2020, is facing a legal challenge that aims to invalidate the program before it starts. The conservative nonprofit, the…
Business
U.S. drilling approvals increase despite Biden climate pledge
In this 2015 file photo, pumpjacks work in a field near Lovington, New Mexico. The Biden administration has approved thousands of drilling permits since taking office despite a campaign pledge…
Local News
Southwest food co-op sees success through virtual farmers market
Sales jumped 70% in 2020
Local First
The Complexity of Durango’s Labor Shortage
Earlier this summer, Local First, In The Weeds and Good Business Colorado’s Resilient Restaurant Program convened Durango’s local restaurant owners at Zia Taqueria North to address the largest barrier for…
Local News
Dolores passes ordinance to allow for food trucks
License and inspections are required to operate
Business
Twilight Toys sells handpicked items in Durango
Toy store has locations downtown and at Purgatory Resort
What's Up Downtown
Summer events returning to Durango
Summer events are back and going strong. Here’s a rundown of three events to put on your calendar. First up is the Fourth of July this Sunday. Almost everything we…
Business
Colorado reaches 91% rural broadband coverage; efforts to improve internet for Utes move forward
Pending measure would help pay for infrastructure for tribes
Business
Honeymoon visit results in new ownership of Shirt Off My Back
New owners intend to preserve business’ legacy
From the Chamber
Who let the dogs (and cats) out?
These days, we all could use a little fun and something to celebrate, especially after this past year. We are excited to announce the Durango Chamber of Commerce is bringing…
Local News
Restaurant brings Colorado-New Mexico border cuisine to Ignacio
Owners pull inspiration from family history
Local News
Ignacio pledges support for Creative District
Government resolution could help district tap into Colorado resources